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Can You Grow Raspberry in Massachusetts?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

Raspberries grow very well here — cold-hardy and productive in your zone.

Plant zones

3a–9a

Massachusetts last frost

early April

Massachusetts first frost

late October

Days to harvest

Perennial

About Raspberry

Raspberries are productive cane fruits that spread readily — give them space and support.

Plant bare-root canes in early spring or fall. Install posts and wires for support. Summer-bearing varieties fruit on second-year canes; everbearing varieties fruit on first-year tips in fall.

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Gardening in Massachusetts

Massachusetts has a humid continental climate. Boston and coastal areas are Zone 6a-6b; inland areas are colder at Zone 5b-6a. Four seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.